2001 BMW Compact vs. 2010 SSC Aero
To start off, 2010 SSC Aero is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Compact. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Compact would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 869 more horse power than 2001 BMW Compact. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Compact. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 287 kg more than 2010 SSC Aero.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm) has 1120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 2010 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 2010 SSC Aero | |
| Make | BMW | SSC |
| Model | Compact | Aero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
